Innholdsfortegnelse for May 2023 i SA Garden and Home

MAY 2023 DECOR Style and comfort are the layers that stack and make each space, experience and sense of storytelling unique. With decor, layering and changing it up, accessories, small and unique finds are the key to experimenting with style, comfort and detail. As the last month of autumn rolls into chilly territory, take inspiration from heritage homes layered with updated, personal style in Green Point and the Bo-Kaap in Cape Town. And if the restorative layering of colour, texture and brick is too large a scale, Elle Franco shows us how to add panels to your home creating a stunning feature that elevates your wall. This brilliant DIY can be easily tweaked to suit your aesthetic. Let us know which notes you take from these pages, and tag us…

HEAVENLY HOMES Behind the rather quaint facade of a minute semidetached house on the slopes of Cape Town's Signal Hill, lies a four-storey home with ample space and a sense of breeziness that belies its proportions. It's the kind of residence that one would expect to find sitting snugly along Amsterdam's canals. This is exactly why the one-bedroomed fixer-upper she stumbled across did not deter Sandra Leyck, who hails from the Netherlands. T'm used to living in small apartments. It felt like a garage, but the incredible views won us over and we knew we could do something special with it,’ says Sandra. Sandra and her husband, Boris, sought the help of architect Antony Abate of Team Architects to reimagine the space to maximise the living area, views and light.…

CONVERSATION ECHINACEA The purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) we ell can Identify on the peckaging of a cold and flu formula is a fantastic perennial for its heat-, drought- and cold-tolerance. It's not often that a plant has all the benefits for a sunny garden you could wish for. The new hybrids are as tough as the original, with flowers that come in some stunning colours to brighten up any space. They grow between 80-100 cm high and form clumps that can be divided in autumn. Spring: The green leaves emerge from their winter slumber and start gathering nutrients for the push to send out flower stalks. Summer: Flowers bloom on long stalks. The flowers are free-flowering and attract butterflies and other pollinators. They make excellent cut flowers. Autumn: As the…

URBAN GARDEN FLOOR The floor is the space for towering statement plants, ideal for filling empty comers, You'll be surprised by how much of an impact a single indoor tree can make on the feel of your indoor space. These can be placed in baskets and left straight on the floor or raised slightly with a plant stand. Flcus longifolia This Ficus species (right) is closely related to other popular houseplants like the fiddle leaf fig (Ficus lyrata) or rubber tree (Ficus elastica). However, Ficus longifolia is much more unique, with long drooping foliage that gives it a grand appearance. especially when branched out. Strelitzia A South African classic, the bird of paradise (left) has become famous around the world as a houseplant. They are beloved for their large glossy…

SEASONALLY FRESH JANE GRIFFITHS EXPERT CORNER Jane's edible garden tips Many herbs, such as oregano, thyme, rosemary and lavender are also perennials. In addition to their tasty flavour and medicinal value, they are also beneficial plants in an organic garden. janesdeliciousshop.co.za GLOBE ARTICHOKES Prized for their delicious globes and grey, fuzzy foliage, artichokes grow up to 2 m high and almost as wide. They're suitable for larger vegetable gardens or perennial flower beds. Growing: Easily grown from seedlings, they do best in full sun in moist well-drained soil. Provide ample water when young. After harvesting, fertilise with Talborne's Vita Fruit & Flower 3:1:5, and add compost. They'll survive drought but won't produce well if they become too dry. Mulch the roots well in winter. Harvesting: Harvest in the second year…

There are a lot of people out there who have a preference when it comes to pets. While some people are dog or cat lovers only, others might have a penchant for exotic pets or giant rabbits. Just as many people like, and want to own, more than one species, with others coming together when families or households come together. South Africa is a nation of pet lovers, with over 60% of households owning at least one. While we may prefer dogs, with there being 9.1 million of them, compared to 2.4 million cats, many of them coexist without fighting, as much as the old saying would suggest otherwise! Multi-animal households are common, which means that it's possible for everyone to get along (and there are tons of cute animal…

The math of sourdough baking! Jade's page is filled with easy tutorials, FAQs and anecdotes that will keep you learning and salivating on your sourdough journey! Science becomes tasty magic with a few simple steps! shebakesourdough Colour & Culture The Zumbani flower - the bloom of the ‘wonder herb’ fever tea tree, Lippia javanica is an important totem in the works of Zimbabwean artist Tafadzwa Tega. His bold and colourful paintings, often coupled with intricate floral backgrounds inspired by the flower, delve into topics such as cultural identity, faith and customs, and the impact of migration and displacement. His brightly coloured portraits certainly stood out at the 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair in London in October last year, garnering positive responses from international art lovers and critics alike. Our DIY…

INSPIRATION Who Is Tammy Holmes, snd how did your Journey with design begin? I was bom in Cape Town but grew up in Johannesburg until 16 and then completed school and my tertiary studies in Cape Town. I worked in magazines as a marketing manager for four yeans, and then founded and ran a successful 21-team marketing and creative agency for nine years, before deciding to move onto my next career aspiration, which was to design, decorate and furnish homes beautifully. I am currently an interior designer, renovator and decorator living in Vai de Vie Estate, working in the Cape Wineiands, Atlantic Seaboard, Johannesburg, and the UK. My mom has been an esteemed interior designer for many years, so my love of beautiful spaces and places was influenced by her,…

DIY Meet Elle Elle has been hitting the nail on the head for the last eight years. Never shying away from projects big or small, she's up for the challenge and uses her own home as her project workshop and experimental space from season to season. PROJECT: How to DIY a Modern Slat Feature Wall TIME TO COMPLETE +- 1 to 2 days TOOLS/MATERIALS NEEDED: Measuring tape and pencil Spirit level Masking tape Double-sided mounting tape (approx. 2x rolls) Mitre saw box and hand saw Plascon can be used (in this project, the exclusive Easy Living Wall Master paint was applied in a matt finish) in the colour the ‘Subtle Night’ OR Mattwallpaintpaint tinted in the colour ‘Subtle Night’ (by Plascon) Roller tray set, paintbrush and drop sheet Safety gear,…

HANDS-ON For a colourful spring display that delivers on blooms, there is no better planting method than lasagna planting. This involves carefully layering your bulbs on top of each other in two or more layers to emerge at different points throughout the season, creating a full and lush pot bursting with flowers. Simply plant your late-flowering bulbs first, layering them with smaller bulbs until you reach the top of the pot. Top with a winter annual to fill in the space or simply leave the soil open for green growth to emerge in spring. STEPS 1 | Choose a container. It should be deep enough to plant several layers. Drainage is essential to prevent rotting. If your chosen container doesn't have any drainage holes, drill a few evenly in the…

FETA, BASIL & VEGETABLE LAMB ROASTS TOTAL TIME 1 HR 5 MIN SERVES 4-6 cuppickled Mediterranean vegetables, chopped 50gramsfetacrumbled 2tbspchoppedbasil 4lambminiroasts(1.4 kg) 1kgorangesweetpotato, cut into wedges Cooking-oil spray 1tbspchoppedfreshrosemary TO SERVE Handfulofrocket 1cupcherrytomatoes halved 1tbspoliveoil TO SERVE Top Tip Mini lamb masts are a cut from the muscle that make up the lamb leg These cuts of meat make for a quick and easy roast with all the same benefits! IRISH STEW TOTAL TIME 1 HR 10 MIN SERVES 4-6 cupvegetable oil 2kglambneckchops 1leekchoppedfinely 3potatoeschopped coarsely 2carrotschoppedcoarsely 1tbspchoppedfreshthyme 1litrevegetablestock TO SERVE Parsley, chopped Top Tip Serve with couscous to absorb all of the glorious flavours. BARLEY & VEGETABLE SOUP WITH CRUNCHY SEEDS TOTAL TIME 45 MIN SERVES 6 2tbspoliveoil 1redonionchopped 1parsnipchopped 2celerystickstrimmed and chopped 4garliccloveschopped 1cuppassata 1litrevegetablestock 1litrewater 2redpepperschopped 400…

HEAVENLY HOMES Architecture is the thoughtful making of space,’ declared the legendary American architect Louis Kahn. In other words, it's not always so much the mere ‘look’ of the exterior of a building that is important, but how it organises space: the manner in which a house separates domestic life off from the rest of the world, for example. But perhaps even more vital are the ways in which the area enclosed inside the walls of that house is used by its occupants. In short, it's all about how the space mate them feel. A case in point is this recently renovated home in Green Point, a densely developed suburb in Cape Town. The original building - a semi-detached cottage dating back to the late 1800s, when it was built…

PLANT OF THE MONTH Lilies are some of the most beautify I and diverse flowers out there, Instantly recognisable and beloved around the world. From their delicate petals to their alluring fragrance, these bulbs are a must-have in any garden. To add to their benefits, they're super easy to grow and care for, even for beginners. Asiatic hybrids are the superheroes of the lily world. Not only are they the easiest to grow, but they're also the first to show off their vibrant colours. These stunning plants have masses of open-faced, upward blooms that will brighten up any garden. Plus, their strong stems don't need any support, making them perfect for those who want to skip the hassle of staking. To get the most out of your Asiatic hybrids, make…

The Essentials Keep it clean: Late autumn gardens can begin to look messy without regular tidying. Although gardens certainly don't need to look pristine 24/7, regular tidying does limit the chances of pests and diseases settling in your beds, improving the overall health of your plants, Remove debris around the base of your plants, and tidy up areas of fallen leaves around trees to add to your compost heap. You can also keep some plant debris around to help out beneficial insects, but you will need to keep a closer eye out for pest and disease problems in these areas. Choose beds with plants that are less susceptible to pest problems to stop them from attacking your plants. Feed and mulch: Before the cold really sets in, especially in cooler…

HOT TOPIC CHILLED & SPICY Autumn often feels like the perfect inversion of spring… Colour, inspiration and perhaps, most Jarringly, Its brevity as the season slips Into winter's grip In what feels like the flash of an eye. If you haven't already, it's time to celebrate (and organise) your warm spices. Chuck those expired spices out and do a fragrant store run to re-inspire your cooking. Love using fresh herbs? Lean into perennials! Prune your herbs, compost your dead ones (it's okay to let go) and make sure you're moving your leafy babes to areas that offer enough warmth to survive winter's bite. Make the most of autumn/ winter getaways! Lower rates, maximum privacy and for fewer tourists mean a clear line of sight to practise your new and improved…